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Sun Times in Calvert City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Calvert City?
Sunrise in Calvert City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Calvert City?
Sunset in Calvert City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Calvert City?
Morning golden hour in Calvert City ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Calvert City?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Calvert City there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Calvert City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Calvert City at 12:53 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Calvert City?
In Calvert City, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:52 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Calvert City?
Twilight in Calvert City lasts approximately 90 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Calvert City?
The earliest sunrise in Calvert City in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Calvert City?
The latest sunset in Calvert City in 2026 is at 8:17 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Calvert City?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Calvert City, civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:52 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Calvert City shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Calvert City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Calvert City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 55m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 42m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 27m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:01 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:32 AM | 4:43 PM | 10h 11m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 38m |